Cole Palmer ruled out of England squad for Nations League opener
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 11:16 AM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026
Cole Palmer will withdraw from the England squad due to a minor muscle injury ahead of their Nations League match against Spain on Saturday at Wembley. There are also doubts regarding Marcus Rashford's participation, as he suffered discomfort in his hip and groin after his substitution during a match against Fulham. Palmer's inclusion in the squad was a significant recall by manager Thomas Tuchel, who is hopeful for success in the upcoming two-year cycle leading to Euro 2028. England aims to secure a strong start in Nations League Group A, facing Spain first before playing Czechia and Croatia.
- •Cole Palmer out with a minor muscle injury.
- •Marcus Rashford remains doubtful for the match against Spain.
- •England will kick off their Nations League campaign at Wembley.
- •Manager Thomas Tuchel prepared for the new two-year cycle.
- •England's schedule includes matches against Czechia and Croatia.
- 11:16 AMThe Guardian Sport — Cole Palmer injury likely to scupper his England return in Nations League
"Rashford and Mainoo doubts for Spain opener Livramento also expected to withdraw from squad Cole Palmer will withdraw from the England squad with a minor muscle injury while there is a doubt over whether Marcus Rashford will be able to be involved. The Manchester United winger held the area by the front of his hip and groin as he walked off slowly after his substitution at Fulham on Sunday. Palmer was given a high-profile recall by Thomas Tuchel on Friday for the forthcoming Nations League fixtures, when the manager and his players will take their first steps on the new two-year cycle that they hope will end in glory at Euro 2028. England are back in Nations League Group A and kick off against Spain at Wembley on Saturday. They then play Czechia and Croatia away before returning to Wembley to face Czechia. Continue reading...
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